Pele Goddess of Hawaii's Volcanoes Author:Herb Kawainui Kane Myths, legends, romances and folktales of the most fascinating goddess of old Hawaii. Pele lives in Hawaiian hearts and minds as the personification of volcanic majesty and power. Having the power to create new land, she has a volcanic personality -- an impetuous, lusty nature, jealous, unpredictable, capable of sudden fury and great violence. Y... more »et she can also be gentle, loving and as serene as her forests of verns and flowering trees.« less
I read this as part of my Polynesian mythology kick. I enjoyed it and the telling of Pele tales, plus the beautiful illustrations. A lot of fun for a quick read.